Civil War Wives Series by J.R. Biery

FIRES DOWN THE SHENANDOAH Joanna, of Virginia Historical Romance Novel First book in Civil War Wives Series Fall, 1864 Joanna Reynold looked down her road, as she had every morning and evening for three years, praying that today Charles would return home. Her young children, Caroline and Johnny, strengthen her resolve to keep the plantation running, even after most of the slaves have run away... moreFIRES DOWN THE SHENANDOAH Joanna, of Virginia Historical Romance Novel First book in Civil War Wives Series Fall, 1864 Joanna Reynold looked down her road, as she had every morning and evening for three years, praying that today Charles would return home. Her young children, Caroline and Johnny, strengthen her resolve to keep the plantation running, even after most of the slaves have run away. The family of five freed slaves are left, and she’s not sure if they stay out of love and respect, or the opportunity for a share of the profits. Then the Yankees sweep down the Shenandoah Valley, burning everything. When they leave, she watches her people being led away, tied to the wagons hauling away all her food. Defying the officer in charge has left the house standing and her and the children unharmed. Desperately, she heads to the fields to gather any food the army missed, determined to keep them safe and fed until Charles returns home. Weeks later when Charles returns, he has been so damaged by the war, she wonders how she can tend to him, the children and the plantation. Winter is on his heels, and the terrible war continues. All she has is her faith and love, and both are being tested. When the Yankees return to take over their house, it is a stronger Charles who reminds her, God has a plan. But Joanna wonders if love and faith will be enough to survive the damn Yankees. less

BLOOD AND BONES OF THE IRISH: ERIN OF NEW YORK Erin Rafferty leaves most of her family behind in Ireland to join her sister in New York. She is going to work in a factory, planning to send home money and hope from America. Aboard the ship, she is attracted to a man, but learns it is impossible. He is traveling in a stateroom with his fiancée while Erin is sleeping in steerage with all the hundreds of other poor immigrants... moreBLOOD AND BONES OF THE IRISH: ERIN OF NEW YORK Erin Rafferty leaves most of her family behind in Ireland to join her sister in New York. She is going to work in a factory, planning to send home money and hope from America. Aboard the ship, she is attracted to a man, but learns it is impossible. He is traveling in a stateroom with his fiancée while Erin is sleeping in steerage with all the hundreds of other poor immigrants. Aiden Doyle is hoping his life is headed in the right direction, finally. After years toiling as a child then working on the docks as a young man, he has found a rich woman who wants to take him to America with her. Freedom and riches beckon, even without love. When disease strikes the passengers, Erin is called to help Sheila, the woman sharing the cabin of handsome Aiden. With the long journey comes temptation that she struggles to resist. Will she be able to find the new life she seeks in America, now she has sacrificed her virtue to her wayward heart? More, will she be able to hold onto this man now a terrible war is tearing the nation apart? When her true love enlists to fight for the Union, Erin is driven to desperation. To hold onto this man she loves, she cuts her hair and enlists as a man in the same army. But will a wild Irish bounder welcome her actions, or turn her adrift in the midst of an army waging war? less

A PICNIC TO START THE WAR: Kathryn of South Carolina Civil War Wives: Book 3 Kathryn Carlton is the daughter of a sea Captain and plantation owner in Charleston, South Carolina. As wild and bold as her father, and dreadfully spoiled, she loves to ride and dance and is sought after by most of the young men. Robert Michelson is the son of a diplomat. Restrained, cultured, and well educated... moreA PICNIC TO START THE WAR: Kathryn of South Carolina Civil War Wives: Book 3 Kathryn Carlton is the daughter of a sea Captain and plantation owner in Charleston, South Carolina. As wild and bold as her father, and dreadfully spoiled, she loves to ride and dance and is sought after by most of the young men. Robert Michelson is the son of a diplomat. Restrained, cultured, and well educated. At the brink of America's first civil war, he is sent by his father and the newly elected President to keep an eye on the defiant state that was the first to secede. His excuse is that he is shopping for a wife to help run the family plantation. As the town prepares to defend their harbor and state, the young men rush to enlist. Robert has arrived and the local girls preparing for their debutante ball are delighted with him, even Kathryn. He seems shocked by the forward girl, but is equally drawn to her. Her other suitors are suspicious of the man because he seems immune to the fervor for war and has not enlisted. Their resentment is increased as they try to catch the spy in their midst. As he helps his stodgy Aunt Matilda, he and Kathryn are repeatedly thrown together until the eve of the bombardment begins. The next day, as Kathryn and others gather with picnic baskets to eat supper and watch the cannon balls fly, their first kiss is magical. Robert must decide where his loyalties lie and how he can survive when he leaves this woman behind. Kathryn's family warn her never to see him again. Can enemies dare to love during such a terrible war. less